Investor
Portfolio impact and founder-like talent framing — not a dedicated investor visa.
Investors often pursue O-1A, EB-1A, or EB-2 NIW when their record shows extraordinary ability or national-interest work — Visa Engine does not yet ship a dedicated investor or EB-5 path. Short diligence trips belong under visitor routes.
Possible destinations
What can make your profile stand out
- Independent press on your thesis, board roles at distinguished companies, or measurable sector impact — not only AUM.
O-1A
Critical role in distinguished organizations
Board seats or partner roles at distinguished funds or portfolio companies can support O-1A critical role when the org itself is distinguished.
Guide →EB-1A
Original contributions of major significance
Thesis-driven investments, published frameworks, or sector-shaping exits that others cite can support EB-1A original contributions.
Guide →EB-2-NIW
National-interest framing for critical sectors
Capital and operating work that advances critical technology, infrastructure, or public-interest industries may support an NIW prong.
Guide →Route comparison
Ready to see what may fit?
Run the eligibility check with your goals pre-filled, or dig into the authoritative guide library.
Educational only — not legal advice, not a filing recommendation, and not an approval prediction.